Graph and download economic data for Currency in Circulation (CURRCIR) from Aug 1917 to May 2025 about currency and USA.

The Federal Reserve's balance sheet has undergone significant changes since 2007, reflecting its response to major economic crises. From a modest *** trillion U.S. dollars at the end of 2007, it ballooned to approximately **** trillion U.S. dollars by May 2025. This dramatic expansion, particularly during the 2008 financial crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic - both of which resulted in negative annual GDP growth in the U.S. - showcases the Fed's crucial role in stabilizing the economy through expansionary monetary policies. Impact on inflation and interest rates The Fed's expansionary measures, while aimed at stimulating economic growth, have had notable effects on inflation and interest rates. Following the quantitative easing in 2020, inflation in the United States reached * percent in 2022, the highest since 1991. However, by *************, inflation had declined to *** percent. Concurrently, the Federal Reserve implemented a series of interest rate hikes, with the rate peaking at **** percent in ***********, before the first rate cut since ************** occurred in **************. Financial implications for the Federal Reserve The expansion of the Fed's balance sheet and subsequent interest rate hikes have had significant financial implications. In 2023, the Fed reported a negative net income of ***** billion U.S. dollars, a stark contrast to the ***** billion U.S. dollars profit in 2022. This unprecedented shift was primarily due to rapidly rising interest rates, which caused the Fed's interest expenses to soar to over *** billion U.S. dollars in 2023. Despite this, the Fed's net interest income on securities acquired through open market operations reached a record high of ****** billion U.S. dollars in the same year.

Graph and download economic data for Monetary Base: Total (BOGMBASE) from Jan 1959 to Apr 2025 about monetary base and USA.

This page contains tables, charts, and a narrative summary of yearly Note Print Orders by the Federal Reserve.

Graph and download economic data for Volume of Notes Printed by Bureau of Engraving and Printing (NOTEVOLUME) from 1994 to 2024 about printing, issues, notes, currency, and USA.

Money Supply M0 in the United States decreased to 5732900 USD Million in April from 5775200 USD Million in March of 2025. This dataset provides - United States Money Supply M0 - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

Money Supply M2 in the United States increased to 21862.50 USD Billion in April from 21706.80 USD Billion in March of 2025. This dataset provides - United States Money Supply M2 - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

View the total value of the assets of all Federal Reserve Banks as reported in the weekly balance sheet.

The annual value of new banknotes printed in the United States varied significantly between 2002 and 2023, showing a clear downward trend in recent years. The peak was in 2012, when the Bureau of Engraving and Printing produced banknotes valued at 386.6 billion U.S. dollars. During the quantitative easing of 2021, 319.7 billion U.S. dollars worth of banknotes were printed, marking the third-highest figure within the period. By 2023, the value of new banknotes printed had dropped by half, reaching 162.4 billion U.S. dollars. At the same time, the value of currency in circulation reached 2.29 trillion U.S. dollars in 2023.

Graph and download economic data for Federal Debt Held by Federal Reserve Banks (FDHBFRBN) from Q1 1970 to Q1 2025 about debt, federal, banks, depository institutions, and USA.

Content

More details about each file are in the individual file descriptions.

Context

This is a dataset from the Federal Reserve hosted by the Federal Reserve Economic Database (FRED). FRED has a data platform found here and they update their information according to the frequency that the data updates. Explore the Federal Reserve using Kaggle and all of the data sources available through the Federal Reserve organization page!

• Update Frequency: This dataset is updated daily.

Acknowledgements

This dataset is maintained using FRED's API and Kaggle's API.

Cover photo by Michelle Spollen on Unsplash
Unsplash Images are distributed under a unique Unsplash License.

Content

This dataset has no description from FRED.

Context

This is a dataset from the Federal Reserve hosted by the Federal Reserve Economic Database (FRED). FRED has a data platform found here and they update their information according to the frequency that the data updates. Explore the Federal Reserve using Kaggle and all of the data sources available through the Federal Reserve organization page!

• Update Frequency: This dataset is updated daily.

• Observation Start: 1975-01-06

• Observation End : 2019-12-09

Acknowledgements

This dataset is maintained using FRED's API and Kaggle's API.

Cover photo by Fineas Anton on Unsplash
Unsplash Images are distributed under a unique Unsplash License.

Content

More details about each file are in the individual file descriptions.

Context

This is a dataset from the Federal Reserve hosted by the Federal Reserve Economic Database (FRED). FRED has a data platform found here and they update their information according to the frequency that the data updates. Explore the Federal Reserve using Kaggle and all of the data sources available through the Federal Reserve organization page!

• Update Frequency: This dataset is updated daily.

Acknowledgements

This dataset is maintained using FRED's API and Kaggle's API.

Cover photo by AbsolutVision on Unsplash
Unsplash Images are distributed under a unique Unsplash License.

This page contains tables, charts, and a narrative summary of yearly Note Print Orders by the Federal Reserve.

Graph and download economic data for Monetary Aggregates and Their Components: Broad Money and Components: M3 for United States (MABMM301USM189S) from Jan 1960 to Nov 2023 about M3, broad, monetary aggregates, and USA.

The global banknotes design and currency printing market, valued at $7,236 million in 2025, is projected to experience modest growth, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.3% from 2025 to 2033. This relatively low CAGR reflects the inherent stability and cyclical nature of the currency printing industry, influenced by factors like government spending and economic stability. Key drivers include the increasing demand for enhanced security features in banknotes to combat counterfeiting, the adoption of new printing technologies offering improved durability and cost-effectiveness, and the growing need for redesigned banknotes to commemorate national events or reflect evolving societal norms. Trends include the rising popularity of polymer banknotes due to their enhanced lifespan and security, the integration of sophisticated anti-counterfeiting technologies such as advanced holograms and microprinting, and the exploration of innovative design elements incorporating tactile features for visually impaired users. However, factors such as fluctuating global economic conditions, government budget constraints, and the potential for digital currency adoption pose restraints to market expansion. The market is segmented by application (government, central banks) and type (banknote design, currency printing), with government and central banks comprising the majority of the demand. Geographically, North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific currently hold significant market shares, driven by the presence of major central banks and established printing companies. The market is expected to see continued growth, albeit at a moderate pace. The ongoing need for secure and durable banknotes will maintain demand, while technological advancements and increased focus on security features will propel innovation and growth. Emerging economies are expected to show slightly higher growth rates compared to mature markets, influenced by increasing economic activity and a potential uptick in currency production. The ongoing interplay between physical currency and the rise of digital payments will likely shape the long-term trajectory of the market. Careful consideration of security against counterfeiting remains paramount, ensuring the continued relevance and demand for high-quality banknotes design and printing services in the coming years.

The inflation rate in the United States declined significantly between June 2022 and March 2025, despite rising inflationary pressures towards the end of 2024. The peak inflation rate was recorded in June 2022, at *** percent. In August 2023, the Federal Reserve's interest rate hit its highest level during the observed period, at **** percent, and remained unchanged until September 2024, when the Federal Reserve implemented its first rate cut since September 2021. By January 2025, the rate dropped to **** percent, signalling a shift in monetary policy. What is the Federal Reserve interest rate? The Federal Reserve interest rate, or the federal funds rate, is the rate at which banks and credit unions lend to and borrow from each other. It is one of the Federal Reserve's key tools for maintaining strong employment rates, stable prices, and reasonable interest rates. The rate is determined by the Federal Reserve and adjusted eight times a year, though it can be changed through emergency meetings during times of crisis. The Fed doesn't directly control the interest rate but sets a target rate. It then uses open market operations to influence rates toward this target. Ways of measuring inflation Inflation is typically measured using several methods, with the most common being the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The CPI tracks the price of a fixed basket of goods and services over time, providing a measure of the price changes consumers face. At the end of 2023, the CPI in the United States was ****** percent, up from ****** a year earlier. A more business-focused measure is the producer price index (PPI), which represents the costs of firms.

Graph and download economic data for Real M2 Money Stock (M2REAL) from Jan 1959 to Apr 2025 about M2, monetary aggregates, real, and USA.

The U.S. M1 money supply reached 18.43 trillion dollars in 2024, showing a modest increase from the previous year. While M1 grew gradually between 2000 and 2019, it experienced an unprecedented surge in 2020 due to the Federal Reserve's quantitative easing response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The most dramatic spike occurred in May 2020, when M1 jumped from 4.8 to 16.2 trillion dollars - more than tripling in a single month.

The cost to print Federal Reserve notes in the United States grew significantly between 2002 and 2022 and reached its highest value in 2022, at 919 million U.S. dollars. There was a particularly sharp increase between 2019 and 2022. While the cost of new currency rose sharply, the volume of banknotes printed decreased in 2022.